2012 Summer Guide

Welcome to Keene and Keene Valley

Keene events schedule

May 30, 2012

Home of the High Peaks, the towns of Keene and Keene Valley are a mecca for hikers and other visitors who wish to experience the unspoiled beauty of the Adirondack Mountains. There are hundreds of trails, not the least of which leads to the summit of Mount Marcy, the highest mountain in New York state.

Camping, snowshoeing and cross country skiing are among the wintertime activities. In the summer, the incredible Ausable River provides trout fishing, swimming holes, and spectacular waterfalls.

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Hiking

The Keene/Keene Valley area is conveniently located in the heart of the High Peaks of the Adirondacks. Many popular and lesser-known hikes start here.

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Fact Box

2012 summer events in Keene/Keene Valley

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Every Sunday, June 17 to Oct. 8 : Farmers market- From 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Marcy Field

Sunday, June 17: Kite Fest - The 5th annual Keene Valley Kite Fest will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Marcy Field.

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Friday, July 13: Lectures in Song - The East Branch Friends of the Arts will host Fred Miller with Lectures in Song at 8 p.m. at the Keene Valley Congregational Church, 1791 state Route 73.

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Saturday, July 14: Performance - Custom Blend, an a Capella group, will perform at 8 p.m. at the Keene Valley Congregational Church, 1791 state Route 73.

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Thursday, July 19: Meadowmount in the Valley - The East Branch Friends of the Arts will present Meadowmount in the Valley, a classical music event by students of the Meadowmount School of Music, at 8 p.m. at the Keene Valley Congregational Church, 1791 state Route 73.

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Saturday, July 21 and 22: Keene Valley Craft Fair - The 18th Annual Craft Fair will be held at Marcy Field in Keene Valley. This event is sponsored by the Free and Accepted Masons.

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Sunday, July 22: Golf Ball Drop - The Keene Valley Neighborhood House Annual Golf Ball Drop will be held on Marcy Field.

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Friday, Aug. 3 (5 to 7 p.m.) and Saturday, Aug. 4 (10 a.m. to 2 p.m.): Bazaar and Quilt Show - The Keene Valley Congregational Church Bazaar and Quit Show will be held.

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Sunday, Aug. 5 - The Keene Valley Fire Department will host an open house at 3 p.m. with a barbecue at 5 p.m.

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Saturday, Aug. 25 and Sunday, Aug. 26: Arts and Antiques Show - The High Peaks 20th Annual Arts and Antiques Show will be held on Marcy Field.

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Wednesday, Sept. 5: Golf tournament- The Keene Valley Neighborhood House will host its annal golf tournament at the AuSable Club.

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Saturday, Aug. 18: Jazz workshop - The East Branch Friends of the Arts will present a jazz workshop by Eli Yamin from 4 to 5:30 p.m. at the Keene Valley Congregational Church, 1791 state Route 73.

From the Beer Walls to the Chapel Pond Slab, rock and ice climbers find ample climbing opportunities here. Due to the popularity of the sport, local licensed guides are available to help you experience the best climbing in the Northeast.

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Fishing

The Ausable River flows through both Keene and Keene Valley, providing anglers with miles of access to this popular trout fishing area.